Traffic Light

Fun movement and reaction game for ages 5-8 that builds balance and listening.

• PlayersGroup
• Time10 min
• EquipmentThree colored cones or cards (red, yellow, green), racquets and balls

Setup: Kids stand on the baseline, each balancing a ball on their racquet strings.

1. Coach holds up green: kids walk or jog forward balancing the ball.
2. Yellow: kids slow down and walk carefully.
3. Red: kids stop and freeze in a ready position.
4. Anyone who drops the ball goes back to the baseline.

Coaching cues

• Watch the coach
• Soft hands
• Balanced ready position on red

Common mistakes

• Running too fast
• Not watching the signal

Progression: Add side shuffles or split steps as commands.

Back to the Drill LibraryPrint drill